Overview
Highlights & Benefits
What issues do you find particularly challenging as you care for women in perimenopause and menopause? Is it their physical complaints as they try to cope with the discomforts associated with hormone changes? Or maybe their confusion (and yours!) over whether or not hormone therapy is an option for them? Are you up to speed on the current national guidelines related to preventive screening for older women? Are you hearing more complaints about mood changes, sleep disturbances and changes in libido and do you have tools and strategies to share with them? Are your overweight patients finding it more challenging to lose weight and what recommendations can you provide that are both realistic and successful?
Join us in Las Vegas for the 20th annual conference, "Advances in Health Care for Women Over 40," where your challenges will be addressed, the latest research will be translated into clinical pearls and your knowledge gaps will be filled in by our expert faculty. This national conference features evidence-based approaches for assessing and managing the common and complex problems women face as they transition through menopause. Bring your questions and puzzling cases…our dynamic faculty will give you answers and guidance. And be prepared to hear information that may conflict with your current practice and protocols. After all, isn't that what continuing education is all about?
Why You Shouldn't Miss This Conference!
- Three dynamic Preconferences: Sexuality as Women Age; Vulvar Dermatology; and Vulvar Biopsy and Suturing Skills Training.
- A number of "Hot Topics," issues you deal with every day in your practice, addressed in a variety of teaching styles including didactic sessions, faculty panels, Concurrent Sessions, interactive case study discussions and hands-on trainings.
- Access to leaders in the field of menopause management who will help you create an action plan for improving your care for older women.
- The Online CE Library where you can listen to sessions you couldn't attend, earn additional CE for free, and reference important details after the conference.
- All the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas and the Paris Hotel, centrally located on "The Strip," with easy access to all the attractions!
- CAN'T COME TO VEGAS? Attend "virtually" by registering for the Live Webcast. See Page 3 for details.
- Can you think of a reason NOT to attend? See you there!
Anita L. Nelson, MD |
Pam Jenkins-Wallace, MS, NP |
Conference Objectives
This conference will enable the experienced clinician to:
- Critically evaluate current guidelines related to the use of hormone therapy for women over 40.
- Explore management options for a variety of common and complex challenges when caring for women in perimenopause and menopause, including irregular bleeding, complications of prolapse surgery, dermatologic conditions, sleep disorders, and mental health issues.
- Describe appropriate preventive screening for older women based on recommended national guidelines related to GYN cancer, cardiovascular health, breast cancer and osteoporosis.
- Synthesize and apply new knowledge through casebased discussions of menopause management.
- Evaluate the use of compounded bioidentical hormones for menopause symptom management.
Who Should Attend?
Clinicians from women's health, family practice and internal medicine practices including:
- Physicians
- Nurse Practitioners
- Certified Nurse-Midwives
- Physician Assistants
- Registered Nurses
...And anyone else providing health care for women over 40.
Live Webcast Option
May 18 – 19
Can't make it to Las Vegas?
Register for the Live Webcast today!
Experience the plenary sessions, along with Concurrent Sessions 11, 21 & 31, all from the convenience of your own home or office. Interact with conference faculty and ask questions, just as if you were in the room with them.
The Live Webcast is scheduled to start on May 18 at 8:00 a.m. PDT and end at 4:45 p.m. PDT on May 19
(See Pages 6 and 7 of the brochure for the Main Conference Schedule). The registration fee for the Live Webcast is $395 which includes 15 sessions and a Certificate of Attendance for up to 13.8 hours.
As a Live Webcast attendee, you will also have access to Contemporary Forums' Online CE Library where you will be able to review all the recorded conference sessions.
Register online at www.ContemporaryForums.com or on the Registration Form on the back of this brochure.
System Requirements: System Requirements: Broadband internet connection with at least 768kbps download. Supported Browsers (with Flash Version 10 or greater): Internet Explorer 7.0 or greater, Mozilla
Firefox, Google Chrome and Safari. Speakers or headset.
Please Note: The Preconferences are not included in the Live Webcast Option.
Online CE Library
Conference and Webcast Attendees
Registration for the Main Conference or the Live Webcast allows you to:
- Access recorded conference sessions for 2 years and share with 3 colleagues
- Earn additional CE online for Concurrent Sessions FREE
Can't Attend This Live Conference or Webcast?
Pre-purchase online access to the recorded Preconference(s) and Main Conference before 5/17/2012 for only $330. Over 45 hours of CE credit included. Share content with 3 colleagues at no charge (CE credit optional at $10 per session).
Online Group Access Programs Available
To request group account details and pricing visit onlineCElibrary.com or call (925) 361-4811.
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Conference Program
Thursday, May 17
PRECONFERENCES
Preconference A • 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Sexuality as Women Age: Improving Clinical Management and Communication Skills
Sheryl A. Kingsberg, PhD
Michael L. Krychman, MD, FACOG
Think about it … how often in your interactions with patients does the subject of sex come up? And how
comfortable are you discussing this sensitive issue with your patients? Female sexual problems, such as
decreased libido, increased physical discomfort, and difficulty reaching orgasm are common complaints heard in clinical practice. What are the state-of-the-art diagnostic and management strategies available for treating women with sexual concerns? What communication strategies are best when working with women and couples with sexual concerns? This Preconference will provide you with expert consensus on current female sexual medicine evaluation and therapeutics as well as hands-on skills development for improving communication through video vignettes, mock interviews and case studies.
This Preconference will enable you to:
- Assess female sexual dysfunction using history and physical, lab tests, and other physical examination tools.
- Discuss the psychological evaluation and assessment of women with sexual dysfunction.
- Enhance communication skills around sexual issues through video vignettes and interviews.
- Describe psychotherapeutic, behavioral and sex therapy approaches for sexual problems.
- Examine the role of testosterone and other emerging sexual pharmacology as treatment options.
- Distinguish when to treat the woman with sexual dysfunction in the office and when to refer her to a psychologist, physical therapist or sexual medicine specialist.
7:00 a.m. |
Preconference A Registration |
8:00 |
Program Overview and Objectives |
8:05 |
Sexual Function and Dysfunction: An Overview (Kingsberg) |
8:45 |
Important Components of the Physical Exam and Diagnostic Testing (Krychman) |
9:10 |
Enhancing Communication Skills and Psychological Assessment (Kingsberg) |
9:45 |
Refreshment Break |
10:00 |
Hands-On Skills Labs |
11:05 |
Medical Treatment Approaches to Consider |
11:35 |
Psychotherapy and Behavioral Approaches for Sexual Problems (Kingsberg) |
12:00 p.m. |
Lunch Break (Box lunch will be provided) |
12:30 |
Hands-On Skills Labs |
1:35 |
Point/Counterpoint: Testosterone Issues and Answers |
2:15 |
Case Studies/Questions and Discussion/ Final Comments (Kingsberg & Krychman) (RX =.25 hr.) |
3:00 |
Adjourn |
Preconference B • 9:00 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Vulvar Dermatology
Anita L. Nelson, MD
Michael S. Policar, MD, MPH
Focusing on a variety of common and uncommon vulvar skin conditions, this Preconference will provide a comprehensive update on vulvar dermatology as women age. Join your colleagues and our expert clinicians in challenging your diagnostic and management skills in the arena of normal and abnormal vulvar changes.
This Preconference will enable you to:
- Reinforce clinical acumen in the diagnosis of benign, pre-malignant and malignant vulvar lesions.
- Explore the differential diagnosis of vulvar pain syndromes and discuss management options.
- Recognize unusual variances in vulvar dermatology through photo quizzes and case studies.
8:30 a.m. |
Preconference B Registration |
9:00 |
Benign Vulvar Skin Conditions (Nelson) (RX= .5 hr.) |
9:45 |
Pre-Malignant and Malignant Genital Lesions |
10:30 |
Common Manifestations of Vulvar Infections |
11:15 |
Refreshment Break |
11:30 |
Vulvar Pain Syndromes (Policar) (RX = .5 hr.) |
12:15 p.m. |
Test Your Skills/Photo Quiz/Cases/Questions and Discussion |
1:15 |
Adjourn |
Preconference C • 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Vulvar Biopsy and Suturing
Skills Training
Anita L. Nelson, MD
Michael S. Policar, MD, MPH
Patty Cason, MS, FNP-BC
(Limited to 40 participants. Register early! Sessions will reach capacity!)
Learn proper technique and instrumentation for performing vulvar biopsies, including skills involved with suturing the site as necessary. Following a brief review focused on lesions requiring biopsy and biopsy site selection, you will participate in a supervised practicum on non-human models, fine-tuning your skills and techniques. Our expert clinical trainers will share their "pearls of wisdom" for dealing with challenging exam and biopsy situations. This Preconference serves as an excellent follow up to Preconference B and will enable you to:
- Recognize vulvar lesions which require biopsy.
- Demonstrate proper technique for biopsy specimen collection and suturing of the vulva, as indicated.
- Identify strategies for dealing with challenging exam and biopsy situations.
3:00 p.m. |
Preconference C Registration |
3:30 |
Biopsy and Suturing Training Session |
5:30 |
Adjourn |
Note: This Preconference will not be recorded.
Friday, May 18
Main Conference
Friday, May 18
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7:00 a.m. |
Main Conference Registration • Exhibits |
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8:00 |
Hormone Therapy: Update 2012 |
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8:50 |
Addressing Obesity with Our Patients: One Visit At a Time! |
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9:35 |
Refreshment Break • Exhibits |
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10:00 |
Contraception for Women Over 40 |
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10:45 |
Cardiovascular Health in Women: What Does It Take? |
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11:30 |
Questions and Discussion |
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12:00 p.m. |
Lunch Break |
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1:15 |
Complications of Prolapse Surgery Using Mesh: Clinical Evaluation and Management |
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2:00 |
Irregular Bleeding in Perimenopause: Management Options |
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2:45 |
Refreshment Break • Exhibits |
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3:15 |
Advances in GYN Cancer Screening: Genetics, Technology and Diagnostic Testing |
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4:00 |
Menopause Management: Interesting Cases |
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5:00 |
Questions and Discussion |
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5:30 |
Adjourn |
RX = Pharmacology Credit for Prescriptive Authority
Saturday, May 19
During each Concurrent Session, 4 topics are presented simultaneously in separate rooms. Sessions are limited in size and choices are assigned in the order received. Indicate your selections on the Registration Form.
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7:00 a.m. |
Exhibits |
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8:00 |
CONCURRENT SESSIONS #1 #12 Cervical Cancer Screening and Managing Abnormal Cytology: Late-Breaking Important Guideline Changes #13 New Options for Treating Urinary Incontinence #14 Dementia and Delirium: A Neurologist's Approach to Altered Mental Status |
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9:00 |
Refreshment Break • Exhibits |
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9:30 |
CONCURRENT SESSIONS #2 #22 Depression and Anxiety in Perimenopause and Menopause #23 The Top 10 Menopause Articles of 2011 #24 DietarySupplements: Important Considerations for Aging Women |
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10:30 |
Session Change |
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10:45 |
CONCURRENT SESSIONS #3 #32 Osteoporosis: An Update #33 Psychopharmacology: Issues and Challenges When Treating Older Women #34 Introduction to Pessary Fitting |
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11:45 |
Lunch Break |
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GENERAL SESSION |
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1:00 p.m |
Strategies for Improving Sleep Quality for Aging Women |
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1:45 |
Dermatologic Manifestations of Chronic Illness: Test Your Skills |
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2:30 |
Refreshment Break |
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2:45 |
An Overview of Compounded Bioidentical Hormones for Menopause Symptom |
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3:30 |
Breast Tenderness, Breast Density and Clinical Breast Exam: Hot Topics |
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4:15 |
Questions and Discussion |
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4:45 |
Adjourn |
*= Live Webcast Concurrent Sessions
Conference Faculty
Patty Cason, MS, FNP-BC |
Jennifer L. Martin, PhD |
Ilana Cass, MD |
Toby A. Maurer, MD |
Carolyn Crandall, MD, MS |
Anita L. Nelson, MD |
Cathi Dennehy, PharmD |
Michael S. Policar, MD, MPH |
Marijane S. Hynes, MD |
Bobbie Posmontier, PhD, CNM, PMHNP-BC |
S. Andrew Josephson, MD |
Lisa Rogo-Gupta, MD |
Sheryl A. Kingsberg, PhD |
Michael L. Krychman, MD, FACOG |
Accreditation
A Certificate of Attendance will be available online after you complete the course requirements, enabling you to register your credit with the appropriate licensing boards or associations. To apply for credit not listed below, use the procedure established by the specific organization.
Nurses and Nurse Practitioners
Preconference A: 6.25 ANCC/7.5 CA BRN contact hours
Preconference B: 4 ANCC/4.8 CA BRN contact hours
Preconference C: 2 ANCC/2.4 CA BRN contact hours
Main Conference: 13.8 ANCC/16.6 CA BRN contact hours
Contemporary Forums is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses
Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
Contemporary Forums is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #04516.
(CA BRN contact hour = 50 minutes)
Physicians
Preconference A: 6.25 credits
Preconference B: 4 credits
Preconference C: 2 credits
Main Conference: 13.8 credits
Contemporary Forums is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to
provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Contemporary Forums designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 22 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Application for credit has been filed with the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
This Live activity, Advances in Health Care for Women over 40, with a beginning date of May 17, 2012, has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 21.50 Prescribed credit(s) by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Nurse-Midwives
Preconference A: 6.25 hours
Preconference B: 4 hours
Preconference C: 2 hours
Main Conference: 13.5 hours
The Continuing Education Committee of the American College of Nurse-Midwives grants reciprocity status to the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) for Category 1 offerings, providing the program is relevant to nurse-midwifery. Nurse-Midwives may report up to the listed hours of credit.
Physician Assistants
Preconference A: 6.25 hours
Preconference B: 4 hours
Preconference C: 2 hours
Main Conference: 13.5 hours
The American Academy of Physician Assistants accepts Category 1 CME approval from organizations accredited by the ACCME to grant Category 1 hours toward the Physician's Recognition Award. PAs may report up to the listed hours of credit.
Case Managers
Preconference A: 6.25 hours
Preconference B: 4 hours
Preconference C: 2 hours
Main Conference: 13.5 hours
This offering has been approved by the Commission for Case Manager Certification.
Pharmacology Credit for Prescriptive Authority
Preconference A: 2 hours
Preconference B: 2.25 hours
Main Conference: 6 hours available
(There is no pharmacology credit for Preconference C.)
RX indicates pharmacology content. Because states' requirements vary, contact your Board of Nursing for more information.
Exhibits
We are inviting a group of companies and organizations with professionally relevant products, services or career opportunities to exhibit at this conference. The schedule provides time for you to address your particular areas of interest at each exhibit. For exhibit space availability or additional information, contact the...
Exhibitor Information Line: (925) 361-4807
Email: exhibits@cforums.com
Visit: www.ContemporaryForums.com/en/Exhibitors
Location
Dazzling Location
Viva Las Vegas … it's impossible to resist the excitement of the neon lights, the shrieks of delight from jackpot winners, and the glitz and glamour of the hotels on the strip. A Disneyland for adults? You bet … and Las Vegas is so much more! Dine at restaurants inspired by the world's greatest collection of chefs--Wolfgang Puck, Emeril Lagasse, Bobby Flay and Thomas Keller, just to name a few. Treat yourself to a world-class show, including a choice of five Cirque du Soleil productions, Disney's The Lion King, the Blue Man Group, Phantom-The Las Vegas Spectacular and Jersey Boys. Make sure to also consider the variety of wellknown headliners from the worlds of music, comedy and magic performing during your stay.
Don't miss the new City Center complex located in the heart of The Strip, a blend of sleek architecture and public miniparks, with walkways and art throughout. You'll find luxury hotels, a casino and Crystals, a three-story retail center whose shape resembles the multi-faceted surface of a quartz crystal. Add to your enjoyment by experiencing Viva Elvis, the latest Cirque du Soleil tribute to the life and music of "The King."
There's never a dull moment in Las Vegas. Watch the volcano erupt at the Mirage, don't miss the rousing pirate battle at Treasure Island, marvel at the dancing waters display at the Bellagio, take a romantic gondola ride through the canals of the Venetian or dine at the top of the Eiffel Tower at Paris. For a break from The Strip, take a day trip to Hoover Dam where you'll be impressed with the power of the mighty Colorado River.
Experience all your fantasies of Paris right in the heart of Las Vegas! From guest rooms with a European flair to great entertainment, fine French cuisine, sidewalk cafes and even the Eiffel Tower, the Paris Las Vegas has all the passion, excitement and ambiance of Europe's most romantic city. Enjoy the charming atmosphere of the European village and mall, the lively casino, the dueling pianos at Napoleon's, and a breathtaking view of Las Vegas on the Eiffel Tower ride. And right outside the doors, see all "the Strip" has to offer.
World-class dining, internationally-known boutiques, award-winning golf courses, savvy nightclubs and European-style spas are calling you to this glittering city, known as "Vegas!" Join your colleagues for "Advances In Health Care for Women Over 40" and enjoy all of the fun in the city that never sleeps. For more information, call the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority at (702) 892-7575 or go online to www.visitlasvegas.com.
Hotel/Travel
Hotel Accommodations
The conference will be held at the Paris Las Vegas, 3655 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89109.
A limited block of rooms is being held for you and your guests at special group rates which will be in effect,
based on room availability, from May 15 to May 20 for those wishing to extend their stay to enjoy area
activities or qualify for discount airfares.
Rates: $139 single/double
Rates are per room and subject to prevailing state and local taxes.
To obtain the special group rates, make your reservation early and before the "hotel room block release date" which is April 24. Rooms may sell out before this date so be sure to make your reservation now. After the release date, rooms and group rates may no longer be available so call the hotel regarding availability.
Reserve your hotel room online here.
For room reservations, call (877) 603-4389 and inform them that you are attending the Contemporary Forums' conference, Advances In Health Care for Women Over 40. Request a confirmation number and written confirmation of your reservation. Reservations must include a first night's deposit.
Contact the hotel regarding cancellation policy. For arrivals after 3 p.m., call the hotel on the day of travel to
confirm reservations.
For additional hotel information, call the Paris Las Vegas at (800) 722-5597.
Travel Discounts
Contemporary Forums has a special discount agreement with United Airlines unavailable to the general public. To obtain these special conference fares call the Special Meeting Desk at (800) 521-4041, Account Code 510CW. Ticketing and payment can be done directly by you or through your travel agent. To ensure the best flights and times, since seats are limited, make your reservations early. Fares are guaranteed at the time of the ticket purchase.
Hertz is the official car rental agency for the conference. Special rates will be in effect throughout the conference as well as one week before and after. For special rates, call HERTZ at (800) 654-2240 and refer to Contemporary Forums plus the conference discount code CV #03000259.
Fees
Registration Information
Registrations must include full tuition payment to be accepted. Registrations faxed without payment will not be processed. Conference communications are sent via email. When registering please provide attendee's best email address as some emails are filtered and blocked. Since conference registration and hotel rooms are limited, early registration is advised.
Out of consideration to registrants, children of any age and spouses may not attend the sessions.
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Tuition (U.S. Funds)
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Main Conference |
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Physicians |
Nurses, PAs, |
Live Webcast |
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Early Registration Fee*
(On/Before April 5) |
$525
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$445
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$395
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Regular Registration Fee
(After April 5) |
$565
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$485
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$395
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Tuition (U.S. Funds)
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Preconference A |
Preconference B |
Preconference C |
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Early Registration Fee*
(On/Before April 5) |
$225
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$145
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$125
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Regular Registration Fee
(After April 5) |
$255
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$185
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$155
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*Postmarked or phone/fax/online registration and fees received on/before April 5.
**Residents: To qualify, submit facility verification of status with registration.
Your tuition includes Certificate of Attendance and access to the Online CE Library for the Preconferences and/or Main Conference for which you registered. Main Conference and Live Webcast registrants have access to all Concurrent Sessions that are recorded and may earn additional CE credit through the Online CE Library free of charge. See page 11 of the brochure for Library details. The Preconferences are not included in the Live Webcast Option. Preconference C will not be recorded for the Online CE Library.
Group Discounts (Mail, fax, or call in together - online registration is not available)
Tuition discounts are given to groups of 3 or more registering for the complete Main Conference. Discounts do not apply to the Preconferences or to the Live Webcast Option. To qualify for the group discount, all registration information must be complete for all group members, payment included and forms sent together. If faxing, list all group members on cover sheet. Subtract the discount from the tuition fee. Groups may not be formed after individual registrations are received.
$25 per person discount for 3 or 4 in a group
$45 per person discount for 5 or more in a group
Method of Tuition Payment
Make payment by check (payable to Contemporary Forums and enclose with Registration Form), Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express or Purchase Order. A $30 fee is charged for any returned check. Personal checks are NOT accepted at the conference. Purchase Orders must be received with registration by the conference date and include the P.O. number, invoice address, tuition, approval signature, contact name, email address and phone number.
Tax Deductibility
Expenses of training, tuition, travel, lodging and meals to maintain or improve professional skills may be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. Consult your tax advisor.
Partial Attendance (Online registration is not available)
Call Contemporary Forums for tuition and CE credit for individual days. Group discounts do not apply. Registrations may not be shared.
Cancellations
Cancellations may be made by phone or in writing. Cancellations received on/before April 5 receive a full tuition refund. Cancellations received after April 5 are assessed a $20 processing fee. No refunds for cancellations received after the conference begins or for "no shows." If this meeting is cancelled for any reason, including labor strikes or acts of God, liability is limited to a full refund of registration fees.
Program Changes
Contemporary Forums reserves the right to make necessary changes in speakers, topics or schedule. The most current program can be found on our website.
Questions?
Contact Contemporary Forums at (800) 377-7707, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Pacific Time) or email info@cforums.com.
If you require special arrangements at this conference, call (800) 377-7707, at least 30 days prior to the conference.
Rave Reviews
"I loved that I could chat with other web attendees in the chat room. It made me feel like we were attending the conference together."
"Have attended Contemporary Forums for years! Love the conferences. First time for Webcast. Loved it! I am sold!"
"I like not having to adjust time zones! I can still eat and sleep at my usual time. No jet lag!"
Live Webcast
Can’t make it to Las Vegas? Register for the Live Webcast today!
Experience the plenary sessions, along with Concurrent
Sessions 11, 21 & 31, all from the convenience of your
own home or office. Interact with conference faculty and
ask questions, just as if you were in the room with them.
The Live Webcast is scheduled to start on May 18 at
8:00 a.m. PDT and end at 4:45 p.m. PDT on May 19
(See Pages 6 and 7 for the Main Conference Schedule).
The registration fee for the Live Webcast is $395 which
includes 15 sessions and a Certificate of Attendance for
up to 13.8 hours.
As a Live Webcast attendee, you will also have access to
Contemporary Forums’ Online CE Library where you will
be able to review all the recorded conference sessions.
Register online at www.ContemporaryForums.com or on
the Registration Form on the back of this brochure.
Webcast Rave Reviews
"I loved that I could chat with other web attendees in the chat room. It made me feel like we were attending the conference together."
"Have attended Contemporary Forums for years! Love the conferences. First time for Webcast. Loved it! I am sold!"
"I like not having to adjust time zones! I can still eat and sleep at my usual time. No jet lag!"
System Requirements:
Broadband internet connection with at least
768kbps download. Supported Browsers (with Microsoft Silverlight 4.0
Plug-in): Internet Explorer 7.0 or greater, Mozila Firefox, Google Chrome,
Safari (Intel based Mac only).
Please Note: The Preconferences are not included in the live Webcast option.